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David
MCWETHY

MCWETHY, David Dean
David Dean McWethy, of Dover, DE, passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at the age of 79. David McWethy was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on April 8, 1939 to the late Elona Byington and Dean McWethy. David was a graduate of Byron High School, Michigan, valedictorian for the class of 1956. He went on to study at Michigan State University, receiving his Bachelor and Master degrees and then to Iowa State, being conferred his PhD in Industrial Education in 1973. He worked as a professor in the Faculty of Education at McGill University in Montreal, Canada for 29 years before retiring in 2002. Dr. McWethy had the opportunity to work overseas on several occasions during his career, living in Nigeria, Kenya, England and Indonesia, always bringing family along for the adventure. He and wife, Carol, also traveled extensively in Europe and Asia over the years. David is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Carol McWethy, of Dover, DE; Son, Dwight McWethy, of Beijing, China; daughter, Jill Lake (Beth) of Gambrills, MD; sisters, Claudia Mosier, of Chicago, IL and Carol Osborn, of Three Rivers, MI; and grandchildren, Jessica, Diana and Trevor. Memorial Services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, November 24, 2018 at Torbert Funeral Chapel South, 1145 E. Lebanon Rd (Rt10), Dover. Friends may call one hour prior. In lieu of flowers the family asks contributions in David's name be made to Patient Services Inc. (https://www.patientservicesinc.org/donate, 1-800-366-7741) or Modern Maturity Center, Dover (https://www.modern-maturity.org/giving.htm,302-734-1200). Letters of condolences and guest book may be signed at www.torbertfuneral.com

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My sincere condolences to the McWethy family. I was a former student of professor McWethy at McGill University in the late seventies and early eighties.He was a true gentleman and a great human being. He always took the time to talk to me and guide me in my career as a teacher. In many respects I became a teacher for 34years because of him. His lectures and ability to convey his teaching skills on to his students was truly an exceptional gift. I always kept his lectures in mind when I was going through a difficult time early in my career.
I met him several times during my career as he was visiting student teachers in my school. The last time we met I had been promoted as a consultant for th...e department which had blossomed to 175 students from 20 from the previous 5 years. He was very proud that one of his students successes, as he shook my hand I thanked him that he was his belief and confidence in me that brought to where I was in my career.
I wished I could have have told him I retired as a vice principal and that many of my former students have risen to great notoriety in the cooking field. You can be proud of that because he was the one who pushed me to be excellent and to believe in my goals.
So sorry to hear of his passing rest assured he will not be forgotten and that I am very grateful and thankful to have met him during my life. I owe him a great deal.
Yours truly,
Antonio Mancini
Former vice principal at St. Pius culinary institute in Montreal Canada.
Bachelor of education (technical vocation) McGill University 1985Read more

Edward Herba

Nov 22, 2018

Dear Carol, Jill and Dwight,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of David. What a kind neighbor he was to us. I grew up watching him bike to work, fix all sorts of things around the house, restore collectibles, and it was very inspiring for me to see as a young boy. We will miss the yearly visits to Montreal but we will always remember David's enthusiasm to keep in touch with his Montreal friends and neighbors. We will miss him.
My deepest condolences,
Edward

milton herba and family

Nov 22, 2018

We shared many common interests with our time as next door neighbours and close friends on Arlington Ave.The interests would vary from travels, house resrtoration,antiques,cars,and Carol's recipes.David was always enthusiastic and generous with his latest discovery..Can you use this? This would range from an antique mirror,old bath tub in excellent condition, old linen cupboard doors with original brass latches.We were very happy and grateful to incorporate these "finds" into our projects.I myself and family will retain these memories.
Our deep condolences go to Carol,Dwight,Jill and families.